83R25171 MGR-D By: Frullo H.R. No. 1761 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Sharing a deep bond of love that has spanned five decades, Betty and Jim Flournoy of Lubbock celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on April 20, 2013; and WHEREAS, Jim Flournoy and the former Betty Clark exchanged the vows of matrimony at Slide Baptist Church in Lubbock on that memorable day in 1963, and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a devoted life partner; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Flournoy count among their blessings a fine family that includes two children, Brent and Bruce Flournoy, as well as five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, with whom they treasure sharing the many special occasions of life; and WHEREAS, Looking back over the past five decades, Betty and Jim Flournoy can savor a wealth of cherished family memories and know that the strength of their love and commitment ensures that many more joyful times await them; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Betty and Jim Flournoy on their golden wedding anniversary and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Flournoy as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.